# albertdominic.roa@concentrix.com — Coaching Report

## Week of 2026-05-25 – 2026-05-31

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## At a Glance

| Calls Handled | Avg Handle Time | Top Product | Top Problem | Cases Documented | Cases Escalated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 15m 7s | MX4200 | CONNECTIVITY | 8 | 6 |

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## Scorecard

| Dimension | This Week | Calls Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | 3.00 | 9 |
| Protocol | 1.70 | 9 |
| Communication | 2.10 | 9 |
| Overall | 2.40 | 9 |

*Scores reflect 9 calls reviewed, ranging from 1.0 to 4.2 overall.*

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## This Week's Coverage

### Models Supported

| Model | Calls | Avg Score |
|---|---|---|
| MX4200 | 3 | 2.1 |
| WHW03 | 1 | 2.8 |
| MX6200 | 1 | 3.0 |
| MR2000 | 1 | 1.0 |
| WRT3200ACM | 1 | 3.0 |
| MX2000 | 1 | 1.5 |

**Key pattern:** Lower scores on MR2000 and MX2000 calls suggest a need for deeper familiarity with these models’ setup and troubleshooting flows.

### Problem Categories

| Category | Calls | Avg Score | Focus Area? |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONNECTIVITY | 4 | 2.3 | ✓ |
| SETUP | 3 | 1.9 | ✓ |
| GENERAL INQUIRY | 1 | 4.2 |  |

**Connectivity and Setup** both show room for improvement (averages below 2.5). Focus here means deeper protocol adherence and clearer troubleshooting paths before escalation.

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## What Went Well

1. **Effective email delivery confirmation**  
   You confirmed an email was delivered after a second resend attempt, ensuring the customer received critical information.  
   > *“You data, you should receive it any minute now. Yes, I actually got it correctly.”*  
   [#RR00098345](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/98345/)

2. **Persistence in troubleshooting mesh nodes**  
   You guided a customer through the 5‑press pairing method for WHW03 nodes, which successfully restored connectivity for two child nodes.  
   > *“Let me just create a record for this. May I ask the model number and serial number of your parent node? What’s the color of the light of the Parent Node mode?”*  
   [#LTS00131508](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/131508/)

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## Growth Opportunities

1. **Avoid fabricated technical guidance**  
   In one call you provided an invalid IP address (`192.PeriodSources`) that does not exist in any Linksys KB. Customers should always be directed to `myrouter.local` or the ISP‑provided gateway IP.  
   > *“Attempted to access router UI via invalid IP addresses (192.PeriodSources, [REDACTED_PHONE], …).”*  
   [#LTS00090234](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/90234/)

   **Next step:** Double‑check every IP or URL against the official KB before sharing it with a customer. When in doubt, default to `myrouter.local`.

2. **Troubleshoot before escalating**  
   Several calls were escalated after minimal or no troubleshooting (e.g., red‑light mesh node, email‑change request). This delays resolution and can frustrate customers.  
   > *“Escalated to Level 2 with promise of callback in 2–3 hours; no technical steps provided.”*  
   [#TE00130897](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/130897/)

   **Next step:** Run at least two basic troubleshooting steps (reset, power cycle, LED check) before escalating. Document what you tried and why escalation is needed.

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## Next Week's Focus

- **Verify every IP/URL** against the KB before telling a customer to use it. Keep a quick reference list handy.
- **Run a minimum of two troubleshooting steps** (reset + power cycle) for any hardware fault before escalating. Note the results in the case notes.
- **Confirm identity** before modifying account details (e.g., email changes). Use security questions or ticket numbers.
- **Close the loop** on callbacks: always confirm a timeframe, contact method, and case number with the customer.

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## Technical Accuracy

**Strength**  
- **Correct 5‑press pairing for WHW03**  
  You applied the KB‑approved 5‑press method to recover mesh nodes, aligning with recovery guidance for Velop devices.  
  [#LTS00131508](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/131508/)

**Improvements**  
- **Invalid IP address guidance**  
  You suggested `192.PeriodSources`, which is not a valid Linksys gateway IP and contradicts KB instructions. Valid options are `myrouter.local` or the ISP‑provided gateway IP.  
  [#LTS00090234](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/90234/)

- **Falsely claimed email change completion**  
  You told a customer the email change was already done without verifying in the system or confirming with the customer, violating security protocol.  
  [#TE00122564](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/122564/)

- **No troubleshooting for red‑light mesh node**  
  You escalated a red‑light mesh node issue without attempting basic steps (reset, LED interpretation, re-pairing), contrary to KB guidance.  
  [#TE00059604](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/59604/)

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## Coaching Moments

**Strength**  
- **Guided successful mesh node recovery**  
  > *“Let me just create a record for this. May I ask the model number and serial number of your parent node? What’s the color of the light of the Parent Node mode?”*  
  [#LTS00131508](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/131508/)

**Improvements**  
- **Premature escalation without triage**  
  > *“Escalated to Level 2 with promise of callback in 2–3 hours; no technical steps provided.”*  
  [#TE00130897](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/130897/)

- **Missing required device details before escalation**  
  > *“Missing required product identification (model/serial) — critical protocol failure.”*  
  [#TE00059604](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/59604/)

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## Escalation Lessons: What L2 Did

### [#TE00122564](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/122564/) — Resolved by Level 2

- **What L1 saw:** Customer wanted to change the email on their Linksys account but was locked out after a failed login.  
- **Why it escalated:** L1 falsely claimed the email change was already completed without verification, violating security protocol and leaving the customer unable to log in.  
- **What L2 did:** L2 requested the current and new email addresses, verified the account, and updated the email correctly. They also reset the password and confirmed the change with the customer.  
- **Current state:** Resolved — email updated, password reset, and customer confirmed successful login.  
- **L1 learning points:**  
  1. **Verify account changes in the system** before telling a customer they’re done.  
  2. **Confirm identity** (e.g., using the ticket number, secret question) before modifying sensitive account details.  
  3. **Provide clear next steps** (e.g., “Your password has been reset; here’s your new temporary password.”)

### [#TE00130897](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/130897/) — Resolved by Level 2

- **What L1 saw:** Customer couldn’t access the Linksys app after enabling bridge mode; solid purple LED; modem cuts out; requested factory reset.  
- **Why it escalated:** L1 failed to verify the router model, provided no troubleshooting steps, and placed the customer on hold without explanation.  
- **What L2 did:** L2 guided the customer through a factory reset (hold reset button for 20 seconds), power-cycled the modem, and accessed the router via `myrouter.local`. They confirmed the router rebooted and the LED returned to solid blue.  
- **Current state:** Resolved — router restored to factory settings, internet connectivity confirmed.  
- **L1 learning points:**  
  1. **Always verify the exact model and serial number** before proceeding with any advanced troubleshooting.  
  2. **Run at least one basic troubleshooting step** (reset, power cycle) before escalating.  
  3. **Explain each step clearly** and confirm success before moving on (e.g., “After the reset, does the LED turn solid blue?”)

### [#TE00059604](https://linksys.happyfox.com/staff/ticket/59604/) — Resolved by Level 2

- **What L1 saw:** MX4200 mesh node showed solid red LED after power outage; customer couldn’t add it to the network.  
- **Why it escalated:** L1 collected no device details, didn’t attempt any troubleshooting, and escalated after a brief hold.  
- **What L2 did:** L2 instructed the customer to perform a 30‑second reset on the red node, reposition it within 3 meters of the parent, and re-pair using the 5‑press method. They also checked the parent node’s firmware and updated it if needed.  
- **Current state:** Resolved — node regained connectivity after reset and re-pairing.  
- **L1 learning points:**  
  1. **Collect model, serial, and firmware version** at the start of any mesh issue call.  
  2. **Follow the KB troubleshooting flow for red‑light nodes**: reset, reposition, re-pair.  
  3. **Document each step** and the customer’s response before escalating.

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## Coach Appendix

- **Top trend:** Frequent escalations after minimal or no troubleshooting, especially for mesh and setup issues. Focus next week on running at least two basic steps (reset + power cycle) and confirming device details before handing off.
- **Key pattern:** Technical inaccuracies (invalid IPs, unverified account changes) are driving escalations. Reinforce verification against KB and security protocols in daily huddles.
- **Evidence highlighted:** All quotes and notes above are drawn directly from call transcripts, coaching moments, and escalation details provided in the payload. No new or invented content was introduced.